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Wilbers Painting
4.9(
381
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Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Had to replace ceiling drywall that had broken through years ago and repaired temporarily. They did a wonderful job replacing the ceiling drywall, and painting the entire room "
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+166

Response time2 days
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Wall Wrappers
5.0(
4
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Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had a large wallpaper install job and they installed every wall with excellence. Their attention to detail and professionalism keeps me calling back again and again. "
Response time5 hrs
Response rate94%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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WOW 1 DAY PAINTING
4.9(
57
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Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Quick estimate, good communication and quick start! Impressed with their professionalism and work. Crew also did a great job with prep and cleanup. Very happy."
Kitchen
4
Interior Roof
Interior ceiling painting
Interior ceiling painting

+50

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Paint The DMV, LLC
4.9(
73
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Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Marvin and his team did an amazing job. They were professional, prompt, and did an excellent job repairing drywall and painting. They were exceptionally neat and clean. We had to do nothing after they were finished. We look forward to them painting several other rooms in our house!"
Exterior Deck Staining
Front before. Needs cleaning, but some marks are from constant sun.
Before
Old deck that needed new stain. Started replacing bad boards
Final product

+29

Response time12 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Wall Master LLC
5.0(
25
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Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired Wall Master to paint my elderly mother's home and it was one of the best experiences we have had with a contractor. The whole process starting with the initial estimate through the final close-out was highly professional. Chris is trustworthy, has a great demeanor, and is a pleasure to work with. Chris and his team are incredibly detail-oriented and take great care from preparing the house to impeccable clean-up once they are complete. Chris fixed issues from the previous paint job as well repaired wall issues from the previous owner. The house has a lot of trim and wainscoting and Chris and his team did an excellent job in painting the house so that it looked like new. Also, the house has a lot of high ceilings and they replaced all of the light bulbs, which was a big help! Chris and his team genuinely care about the quality of their work, their prices are competitive, they have an excellent work ethic, and they are great to work with. We highly recommend Wall Master!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Picture Perfect Paper & Trim
5.0(
33
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Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It was such a treat to work with Danny and Picture Perfect Paper & Trim! What an all-around wonderful experience from start to finish. Danny brings impressive expertise, professionalism and superior follow-through to the job. The crown molding now in my husband's office is by far the nicest, most elegant example in entire house, and my newly wallpapered guest room is just gorgeous. All work was done by the afternoon (amazing), and everything looks even better than I dreamed it could. Many thanks to Danny & Co. for such a rewarding home makeover experience!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for wallcovering or wallpaper removal projects in Alexandria, VA

You can determine your wall type through tactile and visual tests. Start by checking the surface by inserting a thumbtack, feeling the texture, tapping to listen for a hollow sound, and examining cut edges under outlet covers. Drywall feels soft with a hollow sound, while plaster is hard and solid. These checks are especially useful in older homes where plaster is more common.

After removing wallpaper, you can dispose of small amounts in your household trash. However, if you are removing wallpaper from your entire home, you’ll need to contact a waste removal service, rent a dumpster, or arrange a special pick-up with your municipality’s waste service. Wallpaper cannot be recycled, so it is important to keep it separate from the recycling stream to comply with local waste guidelines.

It takes a professional from several hours up to a full day to remove wallpaper from a single room. The removal duration depends on the type of adhesive, the age of the wallpaper, the condition of the wall, and the number of layers present. High ceilings and additional layers increase the time required, as extra care is taken to protect the wall surface while ensuring a complete removal.

Using fabric softener with water is an option for removing wallpaper, but its effectiveness is limited and depends on the type of wallpaper being used. This low-cost method is most effective on modern, less porous wallpaper and may not yield optimal results on vintage or textured varieties. It might also affect wall surface preparation for new coverings if the residue is not completely removed. For stubborn adhesive or textured surfaces, professional solutions are recommended to ensure a thorough removal without damaging the underlying wall.

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